The extra sharp needle-like point and longer tapered hair length result in faster action at the tip and the tightest snap at the point. Expect superior spring and control, plus unsurpassed water-carrying performance from Da Vinci's Series 10 Maestro Kolinsky Round.

Items marked with this logo ship directly from factory, so free shipping offers do not apply.

Due to regulatory issues regarding the importation of Kolinsky hair, we are temporarily out of stock on many of our more popular brush styles. Be assured that we are working with our vendors and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to remedy this situation as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience.

The Da Vinci Maestro travel watercolor brush in my opinion is the best brush one can have while doing plein air sketches. It holds water well and can be flicked to lessen the water in the brush more easily than with a synthetic brush. If one takes care of it, it lasts a very long time.

I first tried out the Escoda Reserva travel brushes. Those were not good at all. The quality control was very lacking. I went with them over the Da Vinci Maestro travel brushes because of the price. You do pay more for the Da Vinci brand, but it is completely worth it. I use them for watercolor and bought the size 10 and 6. They have an amazing point, hold loads of water, and are a joy to use. The size 6 fits into my Schmincke 12 half pan watercolor box. The size 10 seemed a bit chunky at first, then I used it and it has become my favorite brush. I can easily use it for 9x12 size paintings, I could probably even do a quarter sheet with it.

If you are having any reservations on buying these brushes, don't. Buy them!

I have ordered and used over 60 DaVinci Sable brushes. I paint portraits in "Realism." I have used many other sable brushes. The Da Vinci Sable Brushes keep their hairs and of course perform up to the quality of all sable brushes. If you paint in "Realism" you must use a sable brush and Da Vinci are the best.

These brushes are not cheap. But, what is it worth to have a tool that absolutely responds to your commands? My original Da Vinci brushes, bought in England many years ago, finally are giving up their hairs after 25+ years of use. These replacements come up to the standard of the originals. I use them for very precise botanical watercolor paintings and scientific illustrations on smooth Arches paper with transparent watercolor and gouache using traditional techniques. These brushes make the job easier.

I have many Kolinsky watercolour brushes, but find I reach for my Da Vinci Maestros much of the time. I get the finest lines with them. Important with what I paint. They have a wonderful snap, and hold a great amount of colour, so I don't have to reload as often.

I didn't actually buy this to paint with, but as a replacement for a very old paint brush of the same kind that we use in our histology lab. It works perfectly for our purposes, and it's nice to se art & science working in tandem. ;-)

Factory-Shipped Items
The following items are shipped directly from the manufacturer. The expected ship dates are valid for orders placed today. Please allow additional time for delivery.

Item-Sku

Description

Expected Ship Date

05819-1022

Davinci Maestro 10 · !d Kolinsky Rnd Sz 22

8/17/2015

05819-1024

Davinci Maestro 10 · !d Kolinsky Rnd Sz 24

8/17/2015

05819-1026

Davinci Maestro 10 · !d Kolinsky Rnd Sz 26

8/17/2015

05819-1028

Davinci Maestro 10 · !d Kolinsky Rnd Sz 28

8/17/2015

05819-1030

Davinci Maestro 10 · !d Kolinsky Rnd Sz 30

8/17/2015

05819-1032

Davinci Maestro 10 · !d Kolinsky Rnd Sz 32

8/17/2015

05819-1034

Davinci Maestro 10 · !d Kolinsky Rnd Sz 34

8/17/2015

05819-1036

Davinci Maestro 10 · !d Kolinsky Rnd Sz 36

8/17/2015

05819-1042

Davinci Maestro 10 · !d Kolinsky Rnd Sz 50

8/17/2015

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